Barry Michels is a renowned psychotherapist, bestselling author, and speaker celebrated for his transformative work in shadow integration and personal growth. As the co-author of The Tools and Coming Alive, Barry offers practical, actionable techniques designed to help people overcome internal obstacles and live with greater purpose and vitality. His unique blend of deep psychological insight and accessible guidance has been featured on Gwyneth Paltrow’s goop podcast and The Drew Barrymore Show, reaching audiences eager for meaningful change. With decades of clinical experience, Barry empowers individuals to face the parts of themselves they often avoid, helping them discover the hidden strength and potential within their shadows.

Barry has also been profiled in The New Yorker, Time Magazine, and Psychology Today, and has spoken at major events including goop Health summits and forums at Google and 20th Century Fox. A Harvard graduate with a J.D. from UC Berkeley and an M.S.W. from USC, he maintains a thriving clinical practice in Los Angeles and teaches internationally.